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Golden Shore Cottage A Boutique Waterfront Retreat

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A lakeside house with a dock and a boat.
Dining
A lakeside setting with a bench and chairs, surrounded by trees with autumn foliage.
A river surrounded by autumn foliage and hills.
A cozy cabin interior with a wooden ceiling, a sofa, a chair, a coffee table, and a view through large windows.

Reviews

10 out of 10, Loved by Guests
Top 10% of guest reviews in this area

Highlights

  • Top-rated lake views
    Relax with tranquil water views.
  • Beach equipment
    A rare find — beach equipment ready to go for your days by the sea.
  • A quiet escape
    Guests like the location for the peace and quiet.
  • Discover nearby landmarks
    Close to Candlewood Lake

Popular amenities

  • Patio
  • Gas barbecue
  • Air-conditioning
  • Refrigerator
  • Internet
  • Onsite parking available

Explore the area

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New Milford, CT
  • Place, Candlewood Lake
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Place, Ridgefield Playhouse
    ‪56 min drive‬
  • Place, Vassar College
    ‪59 min drive‬
  • Airport, Danbury, CT (DXR-Danbury Municipal)
    ‪42 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

2 bedrooms (sleeps 4)

Garden bedroom

2 Single Beds

Lakeside bedroom

1 Queen Bed

1 bathroom

Bathroom 1

Soap · Towels provided · Bathtub or shower · Bathtub · Toilet · Shampoo · Hair dryer

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Separate dining area
Garden

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About the area

New Milford

Located in New Milford, this holiday home is on the waterfront. John Kane House and Morrison Gallery are cultural highlights, and some of the area's landmarks include Akin Free Library and Bull's Bridge. Looking to enjoy an event or a game while in town? See what's happening at Danbury Ice Arena or Danbury Sports Dome. Discover the area's water adventures with kayaking and waterskiing nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with hiking/biking trails and horse riding.
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New Milford, CT

What's nearby

  • Candlewood Lake - 1 min walk - 0.1 km
  • Elephant's Trunk Flea Market - 22 min drive - 20.8 km
  • Danbury Fair Mall - 40 min drive - 44.2 km
  • Ridgefield Playhouse - 56 min drive - 59.9 km
  • Vassar College - 59 min drive - 61.9 km

Getting around

  • Brewster Train Station - 43 min drive
  • Danbury, CT (DXR-Danbury Municipal) - 56 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬16 min drive
  • ‪Taco Bell - ‬18 min drive
  • ‪Panera Bread - ‬18 min drive
  • ‪Starbucks - ‬16 min drive
  • ‪The Abbey - ‬17 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Golden Shore Cottage A Boutique Waterfront Retreat pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking at Golden Shore Cottage A Boutique Waterfront Retreat?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Golden Shore Cottage A Boutique Waterfront Retreat?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Golden Shore Cottage A Boutique Waterfront Retreat?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Golden Shore Cottage A Boutique Waterfront Retreat located?

Situated on the waterfront, this holiday home is steps from Candlewood Lake and within 6 mi (10 km) of Housatonic River and Town Meadows. Mildred Strauss and James Morrissey Family Nature Preserves and Emmanuel Williamson Park are also within 9 miles (15 km).

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 15 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
My daughter and I stayed there while looking at some boarding schools around the area. What a lovely cottage it was. Very clean and fully stocked for anything you had in mind. Every detail had been thought out. I would highly recommend it, and we cannot wait to return!
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2026
Response from Management on 11 Nov 2026
Thank you for your kind words. I hope the trip was a success! We look forward to welcoming you back.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
What an incredible getaway! A beautiful lake house, unforgettable moments with dear friends, and an absolutely phenomenal host! Lety went above and beyond to make our stay truly special. Her warmth, kindness, and hospitality were second to none. Five stars for the home, five stars for Lety, and a million stars for the memories! We can’t wait to return!
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2026
Response from Management on 11 Nov 2026
What a wonderful review! It was such a pleasure welcoming you and your friends to Golden Shore Cottage. Knowing that you made such special memories together is exactly what makes sharing our little piece of Candlewood Lake so rewarding. Thank you for your incredibly kind words and for all your thoughtfulness. We would absolutely love to welcome you back anytime and hope to see you again next summer!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Amazing cottage, wonderful views, peaceful and quiet waterfront, loved making memories with our little ones; we hope to be back soon! Felt like a home away from home!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 3 Aug 2026
Thank you so very much for your kind words. It brings us great joy to see families with little ones enjoying the cottage and lake. We would be delighted to welcome your family back at anytime and hope to host you again in the near future.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
A beautiful cottage and wonderful hosts. We will be back!
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 19 July 2026
Thank you so much! We loved hosting you and looking forward to welcoming you back again!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
This is one of the nicest properties we have ever rented thru VRBO Every detail was thought of by the owner from kitchen items to blankets for snuggling on the porch to supplies in the bathroom. The view is beautiful of the lake and an above the cottage are chipmunk and squirrels scampering through the trees. The cottage is updated with modern features though keeps the charm of its original design. Don’t hesitate to book this property you won’t be sorry.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 13 Oct 2026
Thank you for such a lovely review! It means so much that you appreciated the little touches and the balance of modern comforts with the cottage’s original charm. We’re delighted you enjoyed the lake views, cozy porch, and our playful woodland neighbors. It was lovely to host you and your family and we’d love to welcome you back to Golden Shore Cottage again!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Nothing to say other than it was perfect for the 3 of us. And more than enough room for a small get together of family to celebrate a birthday day. Amenities and the lake provided hours of entertainment
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 17 Aug 2026
It was such a pleasure to host the three of you! Thank you for sharing your special weekend with us and for your kind words. We very much look forward to hosting you again. Safe travels back home!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
This lakefront home was better than expected! Lety was responsive and informative. My family enjoyed the cozy decor of the house and serenity of the lake. The neighborhood was perfect for morning strolls and the dock was just as amazing for relaxing, sunning and reading. We look forward to a return visit!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 28 Aug 2026
Thank you so very much for your kind words and for taking such great care of our cottage. We would welcome your visit and will look forward to hosting you again!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
I wish I could give 10 stars. The property is gorgeous and immaculate -- the listing photos are exactly what it looks like. Lety has thought of everything, from a well stocked and beautiful kitchen, lake toys like kayaks, a floating mat and a trampoline, to the most wonderful screened-in porch to relax on. We had plans to explore the area but ended up spending most of our time at the cottage. On top of the beauty of the cottage, Lety is an exceptional host. She lives next door, and is one text away with helpful suggestions on where to eat or shop, or evening events in town. She truly wants you to enjoy her home as much as she does, and you can see the love and care she takes in every detail. We will definitely stay in touch, and look forward to another trip to Golden Shore Cottage. Incredible stay. Thank you Lety and Mike!
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 30 Aug 2026
Thank you so much for this incredibly kind review. It was truly a pleasure having you and your family stay at Golden Shore Cottage. I especially love that you arrived with plans to explore and ended up spending most of your time right here at the lake—that may be the greatest compliment you could give us. Thank you, too, for noticing the little details and the care that goes into the cottage. Sharing this special place with guests who enjoy and appreciate it as much as you did is exactly why we love hosting. Please do stay in touch. We would be absolutely delighted to welcome you all back to Golden Shore Cottage anytime!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
This is an immaculate waterfront property. The attention to detail inside the home is great. Bedding is very comfortable with many luxious throws around for chilly evenings. I loved the French doors in the master bedroom that walk out to the wonderful screened in porch. The view is wonderful in the kitchen and dining area, as well as from the porch. My spouse loved the coffee station in the kitchen. The dock is awesome! There is a sandy beach to walk into the lake bs rocks at the entrance which make getting in easy! My teens swam and fished all day.The communication with the host was top notch. They even lent my boys some lake items that make the stay even more fun for them! Do not hesitate with a stay here. It is private even with neighbors on each side. Was quiet even in the middle of the summer! I hated to have to leave!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 26 July 2026
Thank you so much for your incredibly kind review. It was truly a pleasure welcoming your family to Golden Shore Cottage. We’re delighted that you enjoyed everything from the screened porch and waterfront views to the comfortable beds and quiet setting. It was especially nice to hear that your boys made the most of the lake—we were happy to lend a few extras to help make their time on the water even more memorable. Thank you again for taking the time to share your experience. We would be honored to welcome you back anytime, and we hope Golden Shore Cottage will be part of your family’s lake memories for years to come.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We truly had the best time at Golden Shore Cottage! The pictures were what drew us in, and we had hoped the place would live up to our expectations. It truly surpassed our expectations with attention to detail and high end taste! We wanted a small place since we had planned to spend most of our time outside, and it was perfect for our family of four with two active boys. I can see why it is listed as a boutique stay because the owner, Lety, ensured we had everything we needed! The amenities, especially the outdoor “toys” were amazing! Kayaks, paddle boards, floating mats, and more were available to us, and Lety made sure everything was the right size for my kids! The outdoor space is wonderful whether you want to play in the beautiful Candlewood Lake or just want to sit and relax on the dock, patio, or fully screened in porch! The town of New Milford was quaint and quiet, which was really appealing to our love of walking around and enjoying some delicious food! We decided to forgo that on our last night and enjoy takeout on the patio, however the kitchen is built to create beautiful, gourmet meals! All in all, we made beautiful memories at the Golden Shore Cottage and we are already figuring out when we can return! Thank you to Lety and Mike for an amazing getaway for my family and I!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 29 Aug 2026
Thank you for such a beautiful review and for sharing these fantastic photos! It was truly a pleasure having you and the family at Golden Shore Cottage. There is nothing we love more than seeing a family really enjoy the lake, and hearing the boys’ laughter from next door made us smile more than once! We’re so happy the cottage gave you the getaway you were hoping for and, most of all, that you left with some wonderful family memories. Thank you for taking such lovely care of our little cottage. We would absolutely love to welcome all four of you back — hopefully this is just the first of many visits to Golden Shore! ❤️
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
This house is beautifully cared for, and it shows in every detail. Inside, everything has clearly been considered, from the layout to the little touches. Outside, there are several great spots to relax by the lake, and we found ourselves using all of them throughout the day.The hosts were as hospitable as they come, warm and responsive without ever being intrusive. We had an incredible stay and would come back in a heartbeat. Highly recommend.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 8 Sept 2026
Thank you so very much for your kind words and for taking such good care of the our little cottage! We loved hosting you and your family and hope to welcome you back again in the near future. Fall is beautiful up here too!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
I cannot say enough good things about how wonderful a stay we had at Golden Shore Cottage. The process of setting up our reservation was very smooth. When we arrived, we were so pleased at how clean, comfortable, and attractive the cottage is. The host, Lety, has thought of everything. From all the conveniences in the kitchen, to lens wipes in a heart shaped bowl next to the bed, there is no detail overlooked. Our family of 4 had a wonderful stay. Our children enjoyed kayaking and trying paddle boarding for the first time (all available at the cottage) to swimming in the lake, showering in the outdoor shower, and eating snacks out on the deck. We had everything we needed to enjoy our time and relax during our stay. The beds are comfortable, there are plenty of places to sit and enjoy a meal, play a board game, watch a movie, or just relax on the deck with a cool drink. Everything is as beautiful as it looks in the photos. We enjoyed being nearby a variety of activities. However, just relaxing at the cottage and enjoying the beautiful view of the lake would have been enough of a vacation. Again, I cannot say enough great things about the host, the cottage, and our stay in New Milford.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 10 Aug 2026
Thank you so much for this incredibly thoughtful review. It was a pleasure having your family at Golden Shore Cottage, and I especially loved hearing how much the children enjoyed the lake, kayaking and trying paddle boarding for the first time! It’s exactly why we share our cottage. We want it to feel like a place where families can settle in, relax and enjoy being together, so your kind words about all the little details mean so much more than you know. And I’m especially happy that simply spending time at the cottage and enjoying the lake felt like a vacation in itself. That’s how I feel too! We would be absolutely delighted to welcome all four of you back to Golden Shore someday! For now, be well and wishing you a smooth reentry into the new school year.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We absolutely loved our stay at this charming cottage on Candlewood Lake! It was the perfect blend with so many special touches. The lake views are absolutely breathtaking, and the location was great- close to everything while still feeling peaceful and relaxing.Our family spent countless hours enjoying the lake! Swimming from the pristine little beach, paddleboarding, kayaking, and fishing right off the dock. It truly had everything we needed for an unforgettable getaway and created memories we’ll cherish for years to come.We can’t recommend this cottage highly enough and are already looking forward to coming back!
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 4 Aug 2026
Thank you so much for your beautiful review. It was truly a pleasure hosting your family, and your kind words mean so much to us. We’re delighted that you enjoyed everything from the peaceful lake views to the beach, dock, kayaks, paddleboards, and all the little touches throughout the cottage. Hearing that your family made wonderful memories on the lake is exactly what we hope every guest takes home with them. As fellow hosts, we especially appreciate you taking the time to share your experience. Thank you again for taking such wonderful care of Golden Shore Cottage. We would be absolutely delighted to welcome you back anytime.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
My husband and I had an absolutely wonderful stay! The property is beautiful, comfortable, and incredibly welcoming. Our host was so kind and hospitable, making the entire experience even more enjoyable. We truly couldn't have asked for a better stay and would gladly return.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 10 July 2026
Isabella and Christopher thank you so very much for your kind words. It was truly a pleasure hosting you both. We’re delighted that you found the cottage beautiful, comfortable, and welcoming, and we’re especially grateful that you felt so well cared for during your stay. Guests like you make hosting such a rewarding experience. We’d be honored to welcome you back to Golden Shore Cottage anytime!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
This lake house was truly 5 stars! Beautifully decorated, spotless, and exactly as described. The host was incredibly kind, welcoming, and easy to communicate with. We would absolutely stay here again and highly recommend it!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 6 July 2026
Thank you so much for your wonderful review! It was a pleasure to host you. We’re so happy you enjoyed the cottage and appreciated the care we’ve put into restoring and maintaining it. Your kind words mean a great deal to us, and we’d be delighted to welcome you back to Golden Shore Cottage anytime. Safe travels, and we hope to see you again soon!
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